Herdsperson Opportunity
Help Wanted- Blue Ledge Farm Herdsperson
Starting: April 2026
Blue Ledge Farm is an Animal Welfare Approved farm, home to 175 dairy goats, and the makers of award-winning farmstead cheese. We are looking for a part time milker to join our team! Part time (8 hours minimum, up to 20 hours available starting in May). You can apply for just the herd job, or combine with cheesemaking job for full time. Housing is a possibility for Fall 2026.
Expectations:
A love of goats and dairy
Excellent understand and adherence to cleanliness and food safety
An observant person- able to follow to-do lists and also take initiative
Independent work, some team work with herd management (vaccines, hooves, etc)
Reliability and excellent communication skills
We will train the right person but ask for a commitment of 2 years minimum
Flexibility- we all cover shifts for one another when necessary
Saturday afternoon milking is a must
Tasks:
Milking our herd of approx 125 dairy goats in single-16 parlor with 16 units and CIP wash system (approx 2 hours per shift is milking alone).
Feeding goats, cleaning waterers, freshen bedding, bringing herd to pasture, feeding baby goats (seasonal), cleaning parlor, milkhouse and barns (the other 1.5 hours of a shift is general feeding, cleaning and maintenance).
Descriptions:
Morning chores are approximately 5:30-8:30 am, afternoon is approximately 3:30-6:30 pm
Work is physical and on feet.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
We provide:
A positive, affirming work environment with clear expectations and independence. An efficient system which is not overly-taxing on the body. The company of great animals.
A complimentary gym membership to Middlebury Fitness
One week paid time off after one year. Unlimited unpaid time off as long as you swap shifts with other employees to cover your work.
Starting pay $20/hour, regular raises with efficiency. Time and a half on weekends.
Please reach out to info@blueledgefarm.com with letter of interest and two work references.
